Yksisilmäisesti

Yksisilmäisesti is a Finnish adverb derived from the adjective "yksisilmäinen," which translates to "one-eyed" in English. The adverb "yksisilmäisesti" therefore means "one-eyedly" or "in a one-eyed manner." It describes an action or state of being performed or existing with only one eye, or metaphorically, with a limited or biased perspective.

In its literal sense, "yksisilmäisesti" might be used to describe how an animal, such as a cyclops or a creature with a congenital condition, perceives the world. For instance, one might say a creature "katsoi yksisilmäisesti" (looked one-eyedly), implying a singular visual field.

More commonly, the adverb is employed metaphorically. When someone approaches a situation "yksisilmäisesti," it suggests they are viewing it from a single, narrow viewpoint, ignoring other possibilities or perspectives. This can lead to an incomplete understanding or a biased judgment. For example, a researcher might be accused of analyzing data "yksisilmäisesti" if they only focus on certain aspects and disregard contradictory evidence. Similarly, a decision made "yksisilmäisesti" would be one that lacks consideration for all relevant factors. The term carries a connotation of limitation and a lack of comprehensive awareness.